Checklist and Tips to Make This
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The Ultimate Moving Guide
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Home Cleaning Checklist
Bedroom
Clean light fixtures & switches
Wipe baseboards
Wash windows
Vacuum or clean window coverings
Dust furniture and clear clutter
Flip mattress
Swap warmer weather clothesin drawers and closet
Wipe down baseboards
Wash windows & window coverings
Vacuum couch & chairs
Dust furniture and clear clutter
Wash throws & pillows
Steam clean carpet or wash floors
Clean light fixtures and switches
Check batteries in remotes
Living Room & Family Room
Clean out under the bed
Wash bedding and pillows
Wash or vacuum floor
Clean and organize closet _________________________________
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Check batteries in smoke alarms
Kitchen
Dust shelving
Organize & clean cabinets
Clean light fixtures
Clean & dust accessories
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____________________________________Clean tabletops
Clean & organize panty
Clean & organize fridge
Dust off top of fridge & cabinets
Clean light fixtures
Wipe down baseboards & lightswitchesFlip mattress
Clean sink & counters
Wipe all kitchen appliances
Wipe down baseboards Sweep and mop floors
____________________________________Clean kitchen table and chairs
Bathrooms
Clean sink & counters
Clean toilets
Clean shower/tub
Sweep and mop floors
Wipe down baseboards & lightswitchesClean light fixtures
Replace toothbrushes
Store unused countertopitemsWash floor mats & towels
Organize below sink____________________________________Clean & dust accessories
Halls & Entry
Wipe down baseboards & lightswitches
Clean light fixturesWash floor mats & towels
____________________________________Wash windows & window coverings
Wash or vacuum floor
U.S. Postal Service
Ultimate Moving Checklist
Change of Address
Drivers License
Internal Revenue (IRS)
Social Security
Voter Registration
Banks
Loans
Investments
Credit Cards
PayPal/Venmo
Automated Payments
Place of Employment
Insurance
Doctors
Schools
Friends & Family
Subscriptions
Associations
Cable
Internet
Phone/Cell
Electric
Gas
Water
Sewer
Trash
Landscaping
Housecleaning
Pest Control
Services to Cancel or Transfer
Keep personal & financialdocuments in one box
Update medical records
Notify old & new schools
Keep keys & garage openerin a bag for new owners
Plan meals to use any foodyou have left
Save moving receipts
Organize
checkbooks, passports, birthcertificates, insurance docs, taxes, etc.
and arrange transfer
Keep a folder with warranties& manuals for new owners
possible tax deduction
Purge unused items
Reserve truck or movers
Reserve storage unit
Pack infrequently used itemsahead of time
Packing & Storage
review locations and reserve online
Start a family "Move Kit" forfirst night in new home
Arrange help for kids or pets for the dayHave cash to tip movers
Final cleaning
Moving Day
Dispose of trash
Run garbage disposal
Final walk-through
Raise/lower thermostat
Turn off water heater
Lower shades
Lock all doors & windows
First Night at the New Home"Move Kit"
Paper towels
Toilet paper
Clorox wipes
Disposable plates & utensils
Easy breakfast items
Bars/snacks
Trash bags
Shower curtain liner
Towels
A special movie to watch with kids
Scissors
Hand soap
Bed sheets
Pet bowls
Bottled water
Toothbrush & paste
Pajamas
Change of clothes
First Aid Kit
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